Islamic World
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Muslims revere Jesus as one of God greatest messengers for mankind
TEHRAN, Dec. 25 (MNA) – Muslims regard Jesus (peace be upon him) as one of the great prophets who brought divine guidance to humanity before Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).
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Fatimah Zahra; Role model for all women
TEHRAN, Dec. 22 (MNA) – Hazrat Fatimah Zahra could be a role model for women in all areas, particularly in the areas of social and revolutionary moves.
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Ayt. Khamenei calls for transformation in seminaries role
TEHRAN, Nov. 20 (MNA) – The Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has highlighted the need for transformation in the role of seminaries in society.
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Leader attends Imam Reza shrine’s dust-cleaning ceremony
TEHRAN, Sep. 12 (MNA) – The dust-cleaning ceremony of the holy shrine of Imam Reza (AS) was held with the participation of Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.
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On the occasion of Imam al-Baqir birthday anniversary;
Imam al-Baqir symbol for truth seekers in world
TEHRAN, Aug. 08 (MNA) – Imam Muhammad al-Baqir (PBUH) is the fifth Imam of the Shiites, symbolizing the quest for truth through his behavior and moral characteristics, akin to his pure ancestors.
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Ashura aims to fight for every universal righteous cause
TEHRAN, Jul. 16 (MNA) – The Day of Ashura holds great significance in the Islamic calendar and its main aim is to refuse humiliation and to fight for every universal righteous cause.
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Eid al-Adha prayers in holy Karbala
TEHRAN, Jun. 18 (MNA) – The Eid al-Adha prayer was held in the holy city of Karbala in the presence of the lovers of Imam Hussein (AS).
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Eid al-Adha symbol of self-sacrifice among Muslims
TEHRAN, Jun. 16 (MNA) – Eid al-Adha, or the Feast of Sacrifice, is a symbol of self-sacrifice among Muslims celebrated all over the world as a major holiday for a period of three to four days.
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Sepahan coach Morais converts to Islam
TEHRAN, Apr. 27 (MNA) – Sepahan Portuguese coach Jose Manuel Ferreira de Morais converted to Islam on Friday.
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Life of Imam Hassan al-Mujtaba in a glimpse
TEHRAN, Mar. 26 (MNA) – On the occasion of the birth anniversary of the second Imam of Shia, Imam Hassan al-Mijtaba (AS), the following report takes a brief look at the noble life of the holy Imam.
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By: Mina Noei
Women observing Itikaf in Tabriz
TEHRAN, Jan. 27 (MNA) – Iʿtikāf is an Islamic practice consisting of a period of staying in a mosque for a certain number of days, devoting oneself to ibadah during these days and staying away from worldly affairs.
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Imam al-Baqir; heir of Prophet's knowledge
TEHRAN, Jan. 13 (MNA) – The Fifth Infallible Imam of the Shi'ite Muslims, Imam Muhammad al-Baqir (A.S.) was the initiator of sciences and the heir of the knowledge of the Prophets.
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Ban on Israeli products hits western fast-food giants hard
TEHRAN, Nov. 24 (MNA) – In a sweeping wave of protest, Egypt, Jordan, and Turkey witnessed a significant surge in a boycott targeting multinationals that have either pro-Israeli stances or financial ties with "Israel".
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German police raid 54 Islamic centers
TEHRAN, Nov. 17 (MNA) – German police have raided 54 Muslim-related centers across the country, including the Hamburg Islamic Center (IZH), according to the media.
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Imam al-Askari (AS); Ideal symbol of worshippers
TEHRAN, Oct. 24 (MNA) – Imam Hassan al-Askari (AS) was a gracious personality and an unmatched commentator of the Holy Quran. He was chief of religious scholars and an ideal of worshippers.
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Helping Palestinians duty of every Muslim: Leader
TEHRAN, Oct. 14 (MNA) – Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says that helping the people of Palestine is the duty of every individual in the Islamic world.
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Former Hamas chief urges Friday protests across Islamic world
TEHRAN, Oct. 11 (MNA) – Former Hamas chief Khaled Meshaal has issued a recorded statement calling for protests across the Arab and Islamic world in support of the Palestinians.
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Iran says welcomes ‘new page’ in ties with Muslim states
TEHRAN, Oct. 03 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says Iran welcomes a new chapter in its relations with Muslim countries, highlighting attempts to restore full diplomatic ties with Saudi Arabia and Egypt.
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By: Khadijeh Naderi
Closing ceremony of 5th Mustafa Prize
TEHRAN, Oct. 03 (MNA) – The closing ceremony of the fifth edition of the Mustafa Prize event was held in Iran's Isfahan on Monday night, honoring the top five scientists of the Islamic world.
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Muslims around world observe Prophet, Imam Sadiq birth anniv.
TEHRAN, Oct. 03 (MNA) – Today coincides with the birth anniversary of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and the sixth Shia Imam al-Sadiq (AS). Muslims across the world hold various celebration ceremonies on this occasion.
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Taliban delegation in Iran to attend 37th IIUC
TEHRAN, Sep. 30 (MNA) – A delegation of Taliban officials is visiting Iran in order to participate in the 37th International Islamic Unity Conference (IIUC).
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Al-Khalil city named capital of Islamic culture for 2026
TEHRAN, Sep. 27 (MNA) – The Council of Ministers of Culture of the Islamic World, at its meeting held in Doha today, chose the Palestinian city of Al-Khalil as the capital of Islamic culture for the year 2026.
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Iran prioritizes cooperation with Islamic World: culture min.
TEHRAN, Sep. 25 (MNA) – Iran's Minister of Culture and Islamic Guidance Mohammad-Mehdi Esmaili says that cooperation with the Islamic World is a priority for the Islamic Republic of Iran.
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By: Amin Berenjkar
Imam Reza mourning ceremony in Shah Cheragh shrine
TEHRAN, Sep. 17 (MNA) – On the occasion of the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Reza (AS), a mourning ceremony was held at Shah Cheragh holy shrine in Shiraz.
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Iran, Algeria coop. to benefit entire Islamic world: Raeisi
TEHRAN, Aug. 22 (MNA) – Iran and Algeria can have beneficial international cooperation for the benefit of their own nations and the Islamic world, the Iranian president said Tuesday.
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VIDEO: Ashura mourning ceremony in front of White House
TEHRAN, Jul. 29 (MNA) – A mourning ceremony for Imam Hussein (AS) was held on the Ashura occasion in front of the White House, Washington, D.C.
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By: Majid Dehganizadeh
People of Yazd hold Muharram ceremonies
TEHRAN, Jul. 26 (MNA) – Iranian people living in Yazd City gathered in a mourning ceremony for Imam Hussein (AS) to mark the month of Muharram.
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By: Amin Brenjkar
5th night of Muharram mourning in Shiraz
TEHRAN, Jul. 23 (MNA) – The 5th night of Muharram was marked in Shiraz, just as in other Iranian cities on Saturday night.
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Denmark condemns Qur'an copy burning as 'shameful act'
TEHRAN, Jul. 23 (MNA) – Denmark on Saturday condemned the provocative act of burning a copy of the Muslim holy book, the Qur'an, calling it a "shameful act" that disrespects the religions of others.
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Iran urges Denmark to prosecute, punish Qur'an insulters
TEHRAN, Jul. 22 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Nasser Kan'ani strongly condemned the recent Qur'an desecration move in Denmark and urged the Danish government to prosecute and punish the insulters.